Events Sous Chef

Accor; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hotel brand is seeking an experienced Events Sous Chef to join their new Edinburgh location. This role involves creating high-quality seasonal dishes and overseeing kitchen operations for events, ensuring a memorable guest experience. The ideal candidate will have a passion for hospitality and strong leadership skills, contributing to a dynamic kitchen environment.

Benefits

29 days holiday (including bank holidays)

Pension and life insurance

Free night at The Hoxton and a meal for two upon joining

Ongoing training and development

Time off to volunteer with partner charities

Recognition rewards

Annual calendar of diversity and inclusion events

Regular team gatherings and parties

Excellent discounts across The Hoxton and Ennismore family

Qualifications

• Experience as an Events Chef in a busy setting.
• Focus on fresh, provenance ingredients.
• Strong leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Create and execute high-quality seasonal dishes and canapes.
• Ensure smooth kitchen operations and compliance with food regulations.
• Oversee the meetings & events kitchen team.

Skills

Creativity

Teamwork

Leadership

Passion for hospitality

Job description

Company Description

The Hoxton, Edinburgh

We can’t wait to open our first UK hotel outside of London…and where better than the characterful capital of Scotland, Edinburgh. We are now looking for an experienced Events Sous Chef to join our team and play a crucial part in successfully launching our brand in this new neighbourhood. Reporting to the Head Chef, you’ll be responsible for creating high quality seasonal dishes, canapes, and bowl food to enhance the guest experience across our meeting & events space.

The Hox in Edinburgh will feature 214 bedrooms inspired by Georgian heritage, a main restaurant, a large lobby & bar, a big event space, and The Apartment — our unique meetings and events concept.

Experience Italian glam and romance at Patatino, our all-day restaurant designed to evoke the joy of long, convivial meals shared with friends on the Amalfi coast, with pizza, pasta, and Negroni!

More about us…

The Hoxton is a series of open-house hotels in beloved neighborhoods. Since opening in Shoreditch, we’ve aimed to offer more than just a bed for the night — creating vibrant, welcoming spaces where guests can mingle with locals and immerse themselves in the neighborhood.

Job Description

What's in it for you…

• Become part of a passionate team dedicated to creating great hospitality experiences.
• Competitive salary.
• 29 days holiday (including bank holidays), pension, and life insurance.
• Food on us during your shift.
• Enjoy a free night at The Hoxton and a meal for two upon joining.
• Ongoing training and development to help you thrive in your role.
• Time off to volunteer with our partner charities.
• Recognition rewards like Hox Hero and Nifty Fifty for living our values.
• An annual calendar of diversity and inclusion events.
• Regular team gatherings and parties.
• The opportunity to work in a creative, rewarding environment.
• Join an innovative, fast-growing international group.
• Excellent discounts across The Hoxton and Ennismore family.

What you’ll do…

• Create and execute high-quality seasonal dishes, canapes, and bowl food, maintaining top standards of presentation, flavor, and quality.
• Ensure smooth kitchen operations, including managing orders, deliveries, and food hygiene standards.
• Collaborate with the Head Chef on innovative ideas and techniques to keep the kitchen dynamic and creative.
• Ensure compliance with all food and drink regulations.
• Oversee the meetings & events kitchen team, maintaining high standards aligned with the company ethos.
• Work with fresh produce to support the guest experience across our meeting & events spaces.

What we’re looking for…

• Authentic individuals seeking a place to be themselves; no clones here.
• A passion for hospitality, whether in drinks, meals, events, or accommodations.
• A commitment to creating memorable experiences for guests and colleagues.
• Humility and teamwork — leaving egos at the door.
• Willingness to try new approaches and embrace change.
• A friendly, positive attitude that fosters a fun work environment.
• Experience as an Events Chef in a busy setting, with a focus on fresh, provenance ingredients.
• Experience in meetings & events, contract catering, or banqueting is preferred.
• A passion for creativity while maintaining brand standards.
• Strong leadership skills, leading by example and supporting team development.